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September 27, 2023

As amoxicillin shortage continues, prescriptions have plummeted, study finds: ‘Immediate, sweeping effect’

Amid the ongoing amoxicillin shortage, a new study by physicians from Boston Children’s Hospital determined that the odds of a child being prescribed the medication for ear infections has plummeted.

September 25, 2023

Michigan siblings reunite with their 3-year-old brother after his 6-month hospital stay for cancer treatment

A Michigan family reunited after the youngest child visited home during a break in his stay in the hospital where he has been fighting a rare brain cancer.

September 25, 2023

Ohio boy found comfort in Legos, YouTube videos during yearslong treatment for leukemia

Leukemia, brain or spinal cord tumors and lymphoma are among the common types of cancer seen in children. If your child receives a diagnosis, there are several ways to show support.

September 24, 2023

Aspartame and autism: Drinking diet soda amid pregnancy linked to diagnosis in male offspring, says study

Pregnant or breastfeeding women who consume aspartame could experience higher rates of autism diagnoses in their sons, says a study from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

September 23, 2023

Child car seat safety: Expert shares dos and don’ts to protect kids from accident injuries

Cars.com’s certified child safety seat technician, Jenni Newman, shared her “dos and don’ts" for proper car seat installation for National Seat Check Saturday.

September 23, 2023

'Let Bird Kids Fly’: Therapist’s memes mocking adults enabling child transition go viral

Family therapist Stephanie Winn is mocking those who advocate for the medicalization of transgender youth with a series of memes about kids who identify as birds.

September 23, 2023

Trans children who took puberty-blocking drugs had mental health issues, UK study found

Taking puberty-blocking drugs has been shown to cause mental health issues in trans children, according to a recent analysis from the University of Essex.

September 22, 2023

Lost Michigan toddler is found asleep in woods using a family dog as a pillow

A toddler was found snuggled up with her family dogs in the woods after going missing fro several hours in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

September 22, 2023

Is it just a mosquito bite — or could it be 'skeeter syndrome'? Here's what to know

A person who has intense reactions to mosquito bites may actually be suffering from skeeter syndrome, a rare condition that can cause fevers and swelling. Here's what to know.

September 22, 2023

Melatonin warnings: Nearly half of parents give it to their kids to help them sleep, but experts urge caution

More parents are giving their kids melatonin to help them fall asleep, according to a survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine — and some experts are warning of potential risks.